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Sayeed Quadri
Indian lyricist and poet (born 1960) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Sayeed Quadri is an Indian lyricist and poet known for his work in Hindi cinema. He gained recognition with his debut in the film Jism (2003) and is best known for his soulful and poetic lyrics in popular films like Murder, Gangster, and Awarapan. Quadri has been honored with several awards, including the Best Lyricist award at the 6th IIFA Awards for the film Murder. He is often referred to by fans as a "lyrical hit machine" for his string of successful songs.
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Early life
Sayeed Quadri was born in Rajasthan, India.[citation needed] Deeply influenced by Urdu poetry and Sufi literature, he developed a passion for writing at a young age.
Career
Sayeed Quadri began his Bollywood career with the film Jism (2003), directed by Pooja Bhatt. His lyrics for songs like Awarapan Banjarapan gained widespread acclaim and established him as a powerful new voice in Hindi film music. The emotional depth and poetic expression of his writing stood out, making him an instant favorite among music lovers.
Following the success of Jism, Quadri became a frequent collaborator with Vishesh Films. He contributed lyrics to several hit films including:
- Paap (2004)
- Murder (2004)
- Gangster (2006)
- Awarapan (2007)
- The Train (2007)
- Jannat (2008)
- Raaz: The Mystery Continues (2009)
- Murder 2 (2011)
In particular, his songs from Awarapan such as Toh Phir Aao, Maula Maula, and Tera Mera Rishta became massive hits. His consistent success with romantic and soulful lyrics earned him the nickname "lyrical hit machine" among fans.
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Musical style and influences
Sayeed Quadri's lyrics are heavily influenced by Sufi philosophy and poetry. Many of his songs reflect themes of divine love and spiritual longing, which are central to Sufism. For example, the song Tera Mera Rishta Purana from Awarapan deals with the concept of a divine relationship, symbolizing the bond between the soul and the Creator (Maula). Another notable song, Dil Ibadat, also reflects his connection with Sufi themes, emphasizing love and devotion as a form of worship.
His ability to blend traditional Sufi ideas with contemporary music has earned him appreciation from both mainstream audiences and connoisseurs of spiritual poetry.
Awards and recognition
Quadri has received several nominations and awards for his work, including Filmfare nominations for Best Lyricist. His ability to blend poetic language with mainstream music has made him one of the most respected lyricists in the industry.
Personal life
Sayeed Quadri is married to Reena Quadri. Not much else is publicly known about his personal life, as he prefers to keep it private.
References
Sayeed Quadri is an Indian lyricist and poet who works in Hindi cinema. He won the award for Best Lyricist at the 6th IIFA Awards for Murder,[3] and Standout Performance by a Lyricist at the Stardust Awards 2005 for Murder.
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